SS-NEWS-28: Passwords are Dead, Crypto Exchange Sanctions

Episode 28 September 27, 2021 00:48:16
SS-NEWS-28: Passwords are Dead, Crypto Exchange Sanctions
Security Serengeti
SS-NEWS-28: Passwords are Dead, Crypto Exchange Sanctions

Sep 27 2021 | 00:48:16

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Show Notes

In this week's episode, we turn our expert opinion and rapier wit on going password less, subjecting Crypto exchanges to sanctions, and finally the ethics of using stolen data in research.

Article 1 - Microsoft makes a bold move towards a password-less future
Supporting Articles:
Microsoft announces passwordless future – available across Microsoft Edge and Microsoft 365 apps
Modern Authentication vs. Basic Authentication
Secure Quick Reliable Login

Article 2 - US cryptocurrency exchange sanctions over ransomware likely not the last
Supporting Articles:
Biden Administration Reportedly Plans ‘Sanctions’ to Combat Crypto’s Role in Ransomware Attacks—Whatever That Means

Article 3 - Is it OK to use stolen data? What if it's scientific research in the public interest?
Supporting Articles:
Estimating the success of re-identifications in incomplete datasets using generative models

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